Mar 28, 2018 ● By Janie Maxwell
"I am very excited for warmer days and the hint of spring as April rolls in. But beyond warmer and longer days, it means spring produce is here!” says Janie Maxwell, of the Illinois Farmers Market Association.
Mar 28, 2018 ● By Lisa Hilgenberg
Spring is here, and seasoned gardeners know that it is time to get out into the vegetable garden. Growing our own food can be an empowering ...
Mar 28, 2018 ● By Thor Conner
Many common household cleaning products contain chemicals that can be linked to asthma, cancer, hormonal disruption, developmental and reproductive disorders, and neurological toxicity.
Mar 28, 2018 ● By Laurie Pawli
"No matter how long winter is, spring is sure to follow.” This is one of my favorite proverbs that reflects the energy of the return of spring, and a time to create a new cycle in life.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Paige Leigh Reist
To regain the sense of magic we felt as a child, we must live in accord with Earth’s natural cycles and listen to our inner voice.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Sandra Murphy
Dogs, birds, horses and even picky eaters like cats can learn to love sprouts and gain the nutritional wallop they provide.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By April Thompson
By becoming clear on what we want, visualizing it and then seeing it as accomplished, we can manifest miracles.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Judith Fertig
Step aside, pizza and chop suey! These five authentic ethnic cuisines offer the real thing— traditional food that’s healthy, tasty and easy to prepare in our own kitchen.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Amber Lanier Nagle
These sensational spices not only give oomph to our food but also reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and soothe upset stomachs.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Kathleen Barnes
Wait a few minutes before slathering on natural sunscreen or covering up with long sleeves. It turns out we need five to 10 minutes of direct sunlight a few days a week so that our bodies can produce the vitamin D we need.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Locke Hughes
By strategically working certain muscles in strategic sequences, we can get fit in a 10-minute, 10-step workout just three times a week.
Feb 28, 2018 ● By Tamar Chansky
By using wise strategies, we can help a child move past negativity and despair into a fresh, happier point of view.
The average family throws away a quarter of the food it buys, wasting an average of $2,200 a year, but with some simple strategies no scraps need go to waste.
Feb 26, 2018 ● By Marlena Jayatilake
This delicious staple of Indian cuisine also has a distinguished aroma, and research indicates that it helps ease mild depression and promotes healthy sleep.
Feb 26, 2018 ● By Adam Murphy, M.D.
Good Food is Good Medicine is a new FamilyFarmed program that reflects the organization’s vision of “good food on every table” because they know good food is a key ingredient for a healthy and fulfilling life.
Feb 26, 2018 ● By J.C. Kibbey
We need not feel hopeless when it comes to climate change, because each of us has the power to shape our policies and our future if we use it.
Feb 26, 2018 ● By Lynn Petrak
The Chicago Flower & Garden Show will kick off springtime in the Chicago area from March 14 through 18 at Navy Pier with the theme of FLOWERTALES: Every Garden Has a Story to Tell.
Feb 15, 2018 ● By Randy Kambic
Across the country, people in communities of all sizes are crafting ways to grow food, build eco-homes and live in harmony with the environment and each other.
Jan 31, 2018 ● By Sandra Murphy
Able to do open doors, pick up items, brace their person against falls and call 911, service dogs create a more active and pleasurable life for people living with disabilities.
Jan 31, 2018 ● By April Thompson
By choosing self-direction instead of self-pity, we can turn difficult times into opportunities to grow and even thrive.
